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Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’

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Plant Description

Salvia × jamensis ‘Belle de Loire’ is a truly distinctive French salvia, prized for its ever-changing flower colours and exceptionally long flowering season. Bred and introduced in France, this outstanding perennial salvia brings warmth, elegance, and wildlife interest to UK gardens from late spring right through to autumn.

In spring, Salvia Belle de Loire opens with soft yellow and orange tones, gradually maturing into beautiful cream, blush pink, and salmon shades as the season progresses. This continuous colour shift makes it one of the most eye-catching Salvia × jamensis varieties available, offering months of interest in borders, containers, and mixed perennial planting schemes.

The nectar-rich flowers of Salvia ‘Belle de Loire’ are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Despite its delicate appearance, this salvia is robust, deer-resistant, and remarkably easy to grow, requiring minimal maintenance once established. It is ideal for both experienced gardeners and beginners looking for reliable summer-long performance.

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🌿 How to Care for Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’

How do I prune Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’?
Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’ should be left through the winter, as the dead wood protects them from frost. They can be pruned in early spring, and more vigorous varieties may be trimmed again around June.
Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’ can be susceptible to aphids, capsid bugs, whitefly, sage leafhoppers, and glasshouse red spider mites. Additionally, fungal issues like grey mould (Botrytis) can develop in cool and damp conditions, especially during overwintering.
Water Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’ regularly during dry spells, particularly newly planted ones. Established hardy salvias are drought-tolerant but benefit from deep watering during prolonged hot periods. Avoid waterlogging, as it can cause root rot.
Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’ require light feeding in spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser or compost. Tender salvias benefit from fertilisation every 2–4 weeks during the growing season using a liquid feed for flowering plants. Over-fertilising should be avoided, as it can encourage foliage growth at the expense of flowers.
Propagation of Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’is prohibited without a licence
Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’ should be trimmed around April or May, a technique often called the “Chelsea Chop,” once new shoots start to appear. Cut back to the fresh growth, and continue deadheading throughout the season. Vigorous varieties can be pruned again in July to encourage bushier, greener plants rather than tall, woody stems. Salvias should not be cut back in autumn, as leaving the foliage intact helps protect the plant from frost.
Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’ moderately drought-tolerant once established, thriving in well-drained soil and full sun. Tender salvias are less drought-tolerant and require more consistent watering.
Salvia x jamensis ‘Belle De Loire’ performs well in UK gardens if given full sun and free-draining soil. It’s hardy in most areas, flowers for months in summer and autumn, and suits borders or containers. Avoid winter wet and prune lightly in spring.

All our salvia plants are grown in our specialist nursery in Staffordshire, UK, using high-quality peat-free compost. This ensures that every salvia you buy from us is healthy, well-established, and of the highest quality. Buy salvias online in the UK with confidence, knowing our plants are sustainably grown and carefully nurtured for excellent garden performance.

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